Legislator Appreciates Government for Successfully Maintaining Fuel Stock
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Deputy Chairman of Commission VII of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Lamhot Sinaga, has commended the government’s performance in ensuring the availability and distribution of fuel oil (BBM) during the 2026 Eid al-Fitr period.
In his statement in Jakarta on Thursday, Lamhot stated that this appreciation is warranted as there is currently no fuel shortage, allowing public activities during Eid, especially the homecoming tradition, to proceed smoothly.
According to Lamhot, the stability of fuel supply is inseparable from the measured efforts of BPH Migas and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, which have successfully anticipated the significant surge in public demand.
“The Eid period always serves as a test for national energy resilience. However, in 2026, the government has demonstrated thorough preparedness. Fuel supply is secure, and its distribution is under control,” said Lamhot.
He continued that, based on reports received by Commission VII of the House of Representatives, there was an increase in fuel consumption during the Eid homecoming and return flows in 2026, particularly for gasoline and gasoil types.
This increase, he said, was triggered by high public mobility, estimated to rise by more than 15 percent compared to the previous year.
Nevertheless, Lamhot assessed that no significant disruptions occurred in the field. This indicates that the distribution system established by the government is capable of matching the surge in public demand for fuel.
“BPH Migas has successfully carried out its supervisory and regulatory functions effectively, including ensuring stock availability in various regions, especially along strategic homecoming routes,” he stated.
Lamhot also highlighted the government’s anticipatory measures through additional fuel stocks at main terminals, optimisation of distribution fleets, and provision of modular fuel stations at high-density vulnerable points.
According to him, this strategy has been very effective in preventing fuel shortages in homecoming destinations.
He also appreciated the success of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources for effectively coordinating across sectors, including with state-owned energy enterprises and security apparatus.
Lamhot viewed this synergy as a key factor in maintaining the smooth distribution of national energy.
Lamhot, who also serves as Chairman of the Golkar Party’s Central Executive Board, assessed that this success reflects a technocratic approach based on data and thorough planning.
“This is not an overnight effort. There is long-term planning, demand simulations, and risk mapping conducted well in advance of Eid,” he said.
With the anticipatory efforts undertaken by the government, Lamhot hopes that fuel stocks can continue to be maintained to meet public needs for fuel.